5
resilient(adjective, strong, hard, tough, solid)
5
stubborn
4
cartilaginous
4
gristly
4
leathern
4
rough(adjective, hard, durable)
3
durable
3
flexible
3
hardened(adjective, hard, durable)
3
hardy
3
leather
3
tenacious(adjective, tenacity)
3
toughened
2
cohesive(adjective, strong, hard, solid, stiff)
2
flinty(adjective, strong, hard, solid, stiff)
2
resistant(adjective, strong, hard, solid, stiff)
2
rigid(adjective, strong, hard, solid, stiff)
2
severe
2
wiry
1
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